2026 New Mexico Fall Studio Tours
New Mexico artists welcome visitors to studios and festival grounds each fall. Use our directory to find dates, locations, hours, maps, and artist details for participating events.
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CHAMA VALLEY ART FESTIVAL & STUDIO TOUR
September 5–6
Visit Chama over Labor Day Weekend for a mountain adventure, exploring the cultures and landscapes of northern New Mexico. Discover the diverse heritage of this region’s artists, music, and food, plus the unique charm of historic downtown Chama, and explore breathtaking mountains and valleys while visiting art studios and workshops. Enjoy a self-guided driving tour by getting the Studio Tour bingo card, then visit every artist’s studio for a chance to win tickets on the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad. Visit chamavalleyartfest.org for artist information, maps, and more.
FRANCISCAN FESTIVAL OF FINE ARTS
September 5–6
Celebrate creativity and community at the Franciscan Festival of Fine Arts at Holy Cross Retreat Center, in Mesilla Park, during Labor Day Weekend. Join the Holy Cross community for one of southern New Mexico’s premier arts events, featuring more than 100 talented artists showcasing fine art, handcrafted jewelry, pottery, woodwork, photography, textiles, and more. Enjoy delicious food, live entertainment, and a silent auction in the peaceful beauty of the Franciscan retreat grounds. Whether you’re searching for unique gifts, supporting local artists, or simply enjoying a day of inspiration, the Franciscan Festival of Fine Arts offers something for everyone. Come and explore the best of southern New Mexico.
SANDIA HEIGHTS ARTISTS TOUR
September 12–13
Discover exceptional local art and meet the artists during the 23rd annual Sandia Heights Artists Tour, held Saturday and Sunday, September 12–13. This free, self-guided event features 40 artists exhibiting their work at 13 locations throughout Sandia Heights, near the Tramway at Paseo del Norte and Tramway Boulevard in Albuquerque. Visitors can enjoy a rich variety of artwork, including painting, sculpture, ceramics, fiber arts, glass, photography, jewelry, woodworking, mixed media, and digital art. Meet the artists, explore diverse styles, and purchase original work directly from the creators. Details and map at sandiaheightsartists.com.
ELDORADO STUDIO TOUR
September 19–20
Studio Tour artists are hard at work creating, refining, and occasionally convincing themselves that a piece is actually finished. Join the Eldorado Arts and Crafts Association September 19–20 for the 34th Annual Eldorado Studio Tour, when artists open their studios and share the work, stories, and creative spaces behind their art. It’s the perfect opportunity to discover and meet local artists, and enjoy a weekend filled with inspiration. Be the first to experience the 34th Annual Eldorado Studio Tour at the preview gallery opening reception on Friday, September 18, from 5–7 p.m. at the Eldorado Community Center.
HIGH ROAD ART TOUR
September 19–20 & 26–27
Take the scenic drive to this year’s High Road Art Tour, September 19, 20 & 26, 27. Always occurring over the last two weekends of September, the tour features more than 40 stops between Nambé, Chimayó, Truchas, Peñasco, and Sipapu. Visit the route’s many studios, galleries, community centers, and historical sites; meet leading artists and artisans excelling in their craft; and sample local cuisine along the way.
Angela Finney's painting entitled “Gila Rocks.”
GALISTEO STUDIO TOUR
October 10–11
In the historic village of Galisteo, 30 minutes south of Santa Fe, artists open their studios to visitors on October 10 and 11, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Works include paintings, photography, ceramics, fiber art, jewelry, and New Mexico folk arts. Amongst the golden cottonwoods, stroll from one village studio to the next, then drive up the hill to meet more artists and see panoramic views of the Ortiz Mountains. With the new Art Passport, available at your first stop, enter to win big! The Community Center offers a preview gallery, maps, food, music, and more.